Nintendo Switch Players Can Claim These Free 'Super Mario 64' Icons Before Time Runs Out

Before we read any Switch 2 news, Nintendo console users can now grab exclusive "Super Mario 64"-themed icons for free—but act fast as they won't be available for long.

These nostalgic icons are a must-have for fans of the legendary platformer that revolutionized gaming nearly three decades ago.

'Super Mario' 64: A Timeless Classic

Nintendo Switch Players Can Claim These Free 'Super Mario 64'

First released in 1996 for the Nintendo 64, "Super Mario 64" was a pioneering game that established the template for 3D platformers. It brought open-world exploration, smooth controls, and dynamic level design, making it one of the most iconic games of all time. To this day, Super Mario 64 is still a fan favorite, thanks to its ageless gameplay and appeal.

The game itself has been released several times during the years since its initial launch, most notably its recent return in "Super Mario 3D All-Stars" on the Switch, where it was packaged up with "Super Mario Sunshine" and "Super Mario Galaxy." Although Nintendo itself has not hinted at a total remake of "Super Mario 64," these fresh free downloadable icons are a fabulous way to acknowledge the heritage of this classic.

How to Get the Free 'Super Mario 64' Icons

According to Gaming Bible, Nintendo Switch players can obtain the Super Mario 64 icons via the Nintendo Switch Online Missions & Rewards system. Here's how you can get them:

1. Make sure you have a Nintendo Switch Online Subscription. The subscribers are the only ones who can get the icons.
2. Launch the Nintendo Switch Online App, then go to the Missions and Rewards section.
3. Redeem with Platinum Points by completing easy missions, such as playing online games or checking into the eShop.
4. Download and personalize your profile through redeemed icons.

Why You Should Get These Icons Now

Nintendo also regularly changes up its lineup of free icons, so these "Super Mario 64" designs will be around only briefly. If you're a "Super Mario 64" fan, don't let the opportunity slip by to give your Switch profile a retro Mario touch before they disappear.

Will We See a Full 'Super Mario 64' Remake?

Although Nintendo hasn't officially announced a remake of "Super Mario 64," the interest level is still high. Fans have been in speculation mode for a long time about a ground-up remake with new visuals and improved mechanics.

With the increasing pattern of Nintendo remaking its classic games, such as "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time" and "Metroid Prime Remastered," one can hope that Super Mario 64 might also see the same in the coming future.

Don't forget to check the "MAR10" Day featuring a Switch OLED bundle with "Super Mario Bros. Wonder."